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Rena Pollak, LMFT, CGP

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    • RelationshipsPsychotherapist Rena Pollak, LMFT, CGP writes about developing and maintaining happy, healthy relationships.
    • Self-EsteemPsychotherapist Rena Pollak, LMFT, CGP blogs about improving self-esteem.
    • MotivationPsychotherapist Rena Pollak, LMFT, CGP writes about getting motivated to take action in your life.
    • Dealing with LifeVarious blogs by psychotherapist Rena Pollak, LMFT, CGP on how to deal with challenging aspects of living.
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  • Don’t you hate being misunderstood?

    Don’t you hate being misunderstood?

    Like what you read? Share this post on social media.I hate being misunderstood.  In fact, it can be very frustrating when I can’t seem to get someone to understand what I’m trying to say.  But what’s worse is when it’s an angry or hurt misunderstanding. Even more, is when they react so quickly that I…

    RenaPollak

    April 2, 2019
    Relationships
    counseling, Encino, group therapy, miscommunication, misunderstood, psychotherapy, relationships
  • Put Your Oxygen Mask on First

    Put Your Oxygen Mask on First

    Like what you read? Share this post on social media.Before you can help others you have to help yourself You need to put your oxygen mask on first before you can help others.  That’s what the airlines tell you.  But it also holds true for the rest of life.  You’re no good to others if…

    RenaPollak

    March 8, 2019
    Relationships, Staying in Love
    counseling, Encino, group therapy, psychotherapy, relationships
  • How Do We Cope With Hatred?

    How Do We Cope With Hatred?

    Like what you read? Share this post on social media.I told my innocent Jewish daughter about the Holocaust when she was ten.  I had no choice.  After visiting numerous cathedrals in Italy, we had thought it might be nice to see a beautiful old Jewish temple in Rome.  As much as we enjoyed the cathedrals,…

    RenaPollak

    November 2, 2018
    Dealing with Life
    anti-semitism, coping skills, counseling, Encino, hatred, psychotherapy, tree of life synagogue
  • Group Therapy Can Help You Put Your Shield Down

    Group Therapy Can Help You Put Your Shield Down

    Like what you read? Share this post on social media. If I’m telling you that group therapy helps people put their shields down, you might think that sounds like a bad idea.  You don’t want get rid of your shield! Our shields are old friends Our shields started getting forged in steel the first time…

    RenaPollak

    October 8, 2018
    Group Therapy, Relationships
    authenticity, communication problems, Encino, group therapy, Personal growth, psychotherapy, relationships
  • Are Your Expectations Appropriate?

    Are Your Expectations Appropriate?

    Like what you read? Share this post on social media.When I took my daughter to the pediatrician for her annual checkup, they gave me a guide sheet with her weight, height, etc.  One phrase jumped out at me.  It read, “Age appropriate expectations.”  “Wow,” I thought, “that’s helpful.”  I knew that I certainly lost track…

    RenaPollak

    September 19, 2018
    Relationships, Self-Esteem
    counseling, Encino, identity, Personal growth, psychotherapy, self-acceptance, self-doubt, self-esteem
  • How do you measure yourself?

    How do you measure yourself?

    Like what you read? Share this post on social media.On a scale of 1 to 10 with 1 being a terrible, horrible, worthless human being and 10 being God’s gift to humanity, how do you measure yourself? Personally, my score can plummet when I hate what I’m wearing, if I don’t know something that I…

    RenaPollak

    September 5, 2018
    Self-Esteem
    counseling, Encino, judgment, psycotherapy, self-acceptance, self-doubt, self-esteem, self-respect
  • Are you the right person for the job?

    Are you the right person for the job?

    Like what you read? Share this post on social media.  Does the myth of the sword and the stone have any meaning for you?  Many people believe that myths contain thought-provoking metaphors that could help us live our lives.  I was trying it on as a creative exercise…searching for meaning in the sword and the…

    RenaPollak

    March 20, 2018
    Dealing with Life, Motivation, Self-Esteem
    careers, counseling, identity, psychotherapy, self-awareness
  • Join a Psychotherapy Group

    Join a Psychotherapy Group

    Like what you read? Share this post on social media.   You’re not in it alone!  Learn and grow together.     Why Group Therapy? Group therapy is a dynamic approach to self-discovery and emotional healing.  Instead of just you and your therapist, you get to engage with other people in the group effort aimed…

    RenaPollak

    January 19, 2018
    Group Therapy
    counseling, Encino, group therapy, Personal growth, psychotherapy, reduce anxiety, support group
  • Emotional Intelligence Can Protect You From Shame

    Emotional Intelligence Can Protect You From Shame

    Like what you read? Share this post on social media.Have you ever seen the phrase “Emotional Intelligence” and wondered what it meant?  “Academic intelligence” means being able to learn and understand academic material like math, science, or languages.  Someone who’s “smart with their hands” has an aptitude for working with their hands; making things and…

    RenaPollak

    May 26, 2017
    Dealing with Life, Relationships, Self-Esteem
    counseling, emotional intelligence, Encino, Personal growth, psychotherapy, self-awareness, self-esteem, shame
  • How Many Plates Do You Keep Spinning? Maybe You’re Too Busy?

    How Many Plates Do You Keep Spinning?  Maybe You’re Too Busy?

    Like what you read? Share this post on social media.There are so many things that we have to attend to in our lives.  Our work, our relationships, our health, our homes.  It can feel like you’re running around in circles trying to keep those plates spinning.  As soon as you get comfortable and in control…

    RenaPollak

    April 13, 2017
    Dealing with Life, Self-Esteem
    counseling, Encino, expectations, overworked, psychotherapy, self-care, stress, time management
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